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Parking Your Vehicle Auto Idle Stop (Manual Transmission)
The Engine Automatically Restarts When:
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The clutch pedal is fully depressed, and the shift lever is moved to a position other than
N.
The Engine Automatically Restarts When the Clutch Pedal is Fully
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Depressed Even If the Shift Lever is in
N When:
The low temperature indicator comes on.

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The accelerator pedal is pressed.

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The IMA battery charge becomes low.

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The climate control system is in use, and the difference between the set

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temperature and actual interior temperature becomes significant. The climate control system is being used to dehumidify the interior.

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When the Auto Idle Stop Indicator Starts Blinking Rapidly

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Fully depress the clutch pedal.
The engine automatically restarts
When the Auto Idle Stop Indicator Starts Blinking
Rapidly
The indicator starts blinking rapidly under the following conditions: The

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(windshield defogger) button is pressed.
When the climate control system is in use and

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moisture builds up inside the vehicle. When the climate control system is in use and

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the difference between the set temperature and the actual temperature inside the vehicle becomes signiicant.
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Parking Your Vehicle Parking
Parking
Parking
Raise the wiper arms when snow is expected. Automatic transmission (CVT) model
Depress the brake pedal firmly with the shift lever in
1. D.
Apply the parking brake while holding the brake pedal down.
2.
Move the shift lever to
3.
P.
Turn off the engine.
4.
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Refueling
Fuel InformationFuel Recommendation
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Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher
Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persiste nt, heavy metallic knocking noise
that can lead to engine damage.
Fuel Tank Capacity: 10.6 U.S. gal (40 L)
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Fuel Information
NOTICE We strongly recommend that you do NOT use gasoline that contains manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT.Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely affect performance of the emissions control system, breach the emissions warranty, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp to come on. If this happens, have it checked by a dealer.
NOTICE Use of gasoline that contains these additives presents the following risks:
Damage to the exhaust system including the

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catalytic converterDamage to the engine and fuel system

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Detrimental effects on the engine and other

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systems
Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. For more information, visit www.hondacars.com,
www.honda.ca for Canadian customers. For details
about the factors affecting fuel economy ratings, see www.fueleconomy.gov (www.vehicles.gc.ca
for Canada).
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Refueling How to Refuel
How to Refuel
How to Refuel
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.Stop the engine, and keep heat,
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sparks, and flame away.Handle fuel only outdoors.
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Wipe up spills immediately.
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1. Stop your vehicle with the service station pump on the left side of the vehicle in the rear. Turn off the engine.
2.
Press the area indicated by the arrow to
3.
release the fuel fill door. You will hear a click.
4. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear a release of air, wait until this stops, then turn the knob slowly to open the fuel fill cap.Fuel Fill Door
PushPush
Cap
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Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to determine actual fuel consumed while driving. In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are established following a simulated test. For more information on how this test is performed, please visit http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles drivenGallons of
fuelMiles per Gallon
100LiterKilometersL per 100 km
Fuel economy is dependent on several conditions, including driving conditions, your driving habits, and the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
Maintenance and Fuel Economy

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You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle. Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the multi-information display.
Use engine oil with the viscosity recommended by the API Certification Seal.

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Maintain the specified tire pressure.

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Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.

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Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside

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adds weight and increases wind resistance.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
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Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ................... 238
Safety When Performing Maintenance ... 239Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service .................................................. 240
Maintenance Minder ™
............................ 241
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood ....... 245
Opening the Hood ................................. 246
Recommended Engine Oil ...................... 247
Oil Check ............................................... 248
Adding Engine Oil .................................. 249
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .... 250 Engine Coolant ...................................... 252
Transmission Fluid .................................. 254
Brake/Clutch Fluid .................................. 256
Refilling Window Washer Fluid ............... 257
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................. 258
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades Checking Wiper Blades ........................... 266
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber 266
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber .. 268
Checking and Maintaining Tires Checking Tires ........................................ 269
Tire and Loading Information Label ........ 270
Tire Labeling ........................................... 270 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
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Wear Indicators ...................................... 274
Tire Service Life ...................................... 274
Tire and Wheel Replacement .................. 275
Tire Rotation .......................................... 276
Winter Tires ............................................ 277
12 Volt Battery ........................................ 278
Remote Transmitter Care ....................... 279
Replacing the Battery ............................. 279
Climate Control System Maintenance ... 280
Cleaning ................................................... 281
Interior Care ........................................... 281
Exterior Care .......................................... 283
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance Safety When Performing Maintenance
Safety When Performing Maintenance
Some of the most important safety precautions are given here. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.Maintenance Safety

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To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames
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away from the battery and all fuel related parts. To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not
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gasoline.Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the 12 volt
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battery or compressed air.Engine exhaust gasses contain carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill
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you.
Only operate the engine if there is sufficient ventilation.
Vehicle Safety

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The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.
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Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground, the parking brake is set,
and the engine is off.
Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
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Make sure to let the engine and exhaust system cool thoroughly before
touching vehicle parts.
Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
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Do not start the engine unless instructed, and keep your hands and limbs
away from moving parts.
Do not touch the IMA battery and wirings (orange).
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Safety When Performing Maintenance

WARNING
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according to the schedules in this owner’s manual.
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the procedures and precautions in this owner’s manual.
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Maintenance
Maintenance Minder™
If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the maintenance minder messages appear on the multi-information display every time you turn the ignition switch to ON
II. The messages notify you when to change the engine oil, or when to bring
your vehicle to a dealer for indicated maintenance services.
Displaying the Engine Oil Life

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Turn the ignition switch to ON
1. II.
Press the
2.
button repeatedly until the engine oil life appears on the
multi-information display.
The system message indicator (
) comes on along with the maintenance minder
message.
Displaying the Engine Oil Life
Based on the engine operating conditions, the remaining engine oil life is calculated and displayed as a percentage.
Displayed Engine Oil
Life (%) Calculated Engine
Oil Life (%)
100 100 to 91 90 90 to 81
80 80 to 71
70 70 to 61
60 60 to 51
50 50 to 41
40 40 to 31
30 30 to 21
20 20 to 16
15 15 to 11
10 10 to 65 5 to 1
0 0
Maintenance Service Items
Remaining Engine Oil Life
(Information) Buttons
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